679 Sinclair Street

Garden City, Winnipeg

Property score

63.1

Fair

Overall 63.1 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,020 sqft (bottom 5%) · Built in 1956 (5 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~93k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 7 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

22% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 54%Tagalog · 22%

Past 10 years Garden City sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

616

Median price

411k

$/sqft

$361/sqft

Avg build year

1961

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Property score

63.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.9Fair
Living Area1,020 sqft52Fair
Year Built195643Low
Lot Size4,994 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

81.3Excellent
Household Income82Excellent
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Garden City

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “garden city” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110030

Community deep dive

$93K

Median household income

$104K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.8

P90 / P10 ratio

22%

Single-person households

33%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)525
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age37.6
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate3%
Population density3750 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households22%
Couple families with children33%
Median household income (2020)$93K

Housing

Renter households8%
Condominium dwellings25%
Median dwelling value (owners)$290K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)47%
Visible minority56%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)39%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 54%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 21%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

below average
1,020 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 28%
Same street · Sinclair Street
#161 / 214
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,166 sqft
Same area · Garden City
#1,813 / 1,909
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,307 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#139,661 / 194,458
Bottom 28% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
361k
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 34%CitywideTop 50%
Same street · Sinclair Street
#62 / 214
Top 29% · Avg 318.5k
Same area · Garden City
#655 / 1,909
Top 34% · Avg 357.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#97,103 / 194,458
Top 50% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1956
0255075100
Same streetBottom 33%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 36%

Lot Size

around average
4,994 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 44%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

679 Sinclair Street — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 485 m), 1 education (nearest 313 m), 7 parks (nearest 62 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks7
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Garden City · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

45

2026

vs. city avg

+53%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

69%

Sales History

Sold 1/2025CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 15%

Same area

Top 22%

City-wide

Top 38%
Sold 7/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 29%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 679 Sinclair Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 679 Sinclair Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home in Garden City presents a practical opportunity. Its key characteristic is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished living space to the home's 1,020 sqft footprint. The property sits on a standard-sized lot just under 5,000 sqft and includes a detached garage.

The appeal lies in its value proposition and move-in readiness. The renovated basement suggests major lower-level work is already complete, a significant plus for buyers wanting to avoid immediate projects. While the living area is modest compared to local averages, the assessed value is strong for the immediate street and neighborhood, indicating the property is well-regarded in its context. Recent sold price data shows stable value.

This home would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or practical investors looking for a solid, no-fuss property in a established neighborhood. It’s for someone who prioritizes a renovated interior and a manageable lot over sheer square footage or a modern build date. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller size and single story could mean lower utility costs and easier maintenance, appealing to those seeking efficiency.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living space too small?
At 1,020 sqft, the main living area is below average for Garden City. However, the renovated basement provides additional functional space, making the total usable square footage more competitive.

2. How does the assessed value impact property taxes?
The assessed value ($36.10k) is above average for Sinclair Street itself but around the average for the wider city. This suggests property taxes should be in line with typical homes in Winnipeg, not disproportionately high for the area.

3. What does the sold price history indicate?
The two most recent sales show a price increase from the 2024 range to the 2025 range, pointing to appreciating value in a short timeframe. For exact sold prices, you can request the information via email from the listing source.

4. Are homes from 1956 a concern?
The 70-year-old build date is typical for the street but older than many in Garden City. The renovated basement is a positive sign of updates, but a thorough inspection is always recommended to assess the condition of core systems like plumbing, electrical, and the foundation.

5. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is average for Sinclair Street but smaller than the typical Garden City property. This could mean less yard maintenance but also less private outdoor space compared to some neighbors.

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